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Mohammad and Noor in Azraq refugee camp, in Jordan; }}

Mohammad's rehabilitation November, 2 2016

Jordan

Lumngen with Eian, a cluster munition survivor, Laos. ; }}

Laos: The deminer protecting others from her father’s fate August, 4 2016

The U.S. dropped more than two million tonnes of bombs on Laos during the Vietnam War. Humanity & Inclusion’s demining teams have been clearing deadly unexploded ordnance (UXO) in the country since 2006. HI deminer Lumngen, also a mother of two, explains what her job involves and what motivates her to do this challenging work.

Laos

Excerpts from a brochure produced by HI showing the threat from explosive remnants of war. ; }}

Explosive remnants of war: children with disabilities need access to risk education February, 5 2018

In Gaza, HI is working to ensure that all children, including disabled children can access risk education to prevent accidents.

Occupied Palestinian Territory

Nancy, who participated in a psychosocial support activity with HI in DR Congo.; }}

International Women's Day: Women with disabilities almost ten times more likely to experience sexual violence March, 1 2018

On 8th March, International Women's Day, HI is calling attention to the fact that more than one in three women experience violence in their lifetime, and women with disabilities are particularly at risk. HI's work aims to prevent violence and provide women with psychological and medical support.

International

Abdel Kareem, 5, with his mother at the Mousawat rehabilitation centre, Lebanon; }}

"The self-help group has given me hope again" January, 31 2019

Abdel Kareem, 5, has cerebral palsy. Thanks to Humanity & Inclusion's partnership with the Mousawat rehabilitation centre in Lebanon, a mental health project was integrated into the rehabilitation process.

Lebanon

The Handicap International rehabilitation centre is the only place where Julia feels relaxed.; }}

Julia is longing for a friend November, 14 2016

"My daughter Julia (8 years old) has no friends. Other children don’t like to play with her because she’s too slow," says Sue. "The Handicap International rehabilitation centre is the only place where she can play and be herself."

Thailand

Nirmala and Khendo, Nepal earthquake victims, at National Disabled Fund rehabilitation center, supported by HI; }}

HI continues to assist victims four years after the earthquake in Nepal April, 23 2019

Since Nepal was hit by an earthquake on 25th April 2015, Humanity & Inclusion has provided support to more than 25,000 disaster-affected people.

Nepal

Christine, 32, is one of Handicap International’s community peace representatives in Western Kenya.; }}

“I want women to know they have rights!” November, 24 2016

Christine, 32, lives in West Pokot County, Kenya. A witness of the armed violence that has torn her region apart, she’s now one of Handicap International’s community peace representatives. Every day, she raises awareness in communities and helps women learn more about their rights.

Kenya

The floor is lava! game is a reminder of danger posed by landmines July, 12 2017

"The floor is lava" is taking the internet by storm. But for some, it's not a game.

A risk education officer on a home visit in Kifri, Iraq.; }}

Risk education on explosive remnants of war for civilians in Iraq February, 27 2019

In Iraq, Humanity and Inclusion provides risk education on explosive remnants of war, which pose a constant threat to the local population.

Iraq

A big thank you to our supporters on HI's 35th anniversary July, 19 2017

To celebrate Handicap International turning 35, we've made a video message for our supporters around the world.

United Kingdom

A home in Beira damaged by cyclone Idai on 14th March 2019; }}

Second major cyclone ravages Mozambique April, 26 2019

Mozambique is still reeling from the devastating impact of Cyclone Idai 6 weeks ago but has not been spared from further disaster. Cyclone Kenneth struck the north of the country yesterday.

Mozambique

ARCHIVE IMAGE : floodings in Mozambique in January 2000.; }}

Cyclone Idai puts hundreds of thousands at risk in Mozambique March, 15 2019

Cyclone IDAI hit the coast of Mozambique overnight on Thursday. The city of Beira, with a population of more than 500,000, was directly affected by winds of 180 to 190 km/h accompanied by torrential rains.

Mozambique

After disaster in Beira, Mozambique, assesment in Beira.; }}

Mozambique: Cyclone death toll tops 400, with many still isolated March, 24 2019

Ten days after Cyclone Idai hit central Mozambique, communications with the town of Beira, where an HI team is weighing up its response to the disaster, remain unreliable.